Faraway Tables Poetic Book Tour: First Review by The Bookworm

I’m excited to share the first review of Faraway Tables from my recent poetic book tour, featured on The Bookworm by poet and book blogger Nai. The review offers thoughtful insights into the themes and poems within the collection.

Nai highlights how Faraway Tables reflects on life’s transitions, travel, writing, and self-reflection. She notes the nostalgic tone throughout the collection and shares her thoughts on several standout poems:

• “Patience” transforms the simple act of brewing coffee into a moment of poetic beauty:
  “Outside the kitchen window,
  milky mist rolls along marshy grounds.
  You ask how much longer, although you know
  there’s no rushing such things.”

• “Embracing Hermithood” resonates with reflections on pandemic-induced isolation:
  “The pandemic drives us into
  our isolated caves. Gives us an excuse
  to be what we want to be.”

Other favorites include “Power of Positive Thinking,” a poignant poem about hospice, and “Poolside with Wilford Brimley,” a nostalgic nod to the film Cocoon.

Nai describes Faraway Tables as “a collection of poetry mainly about the author’s life and observations” with themes ranging from the pandemic to travel. She recommends the collection for those who enjoy poetry about life and self-reflection.

It’s an honor to have Faraway Tables kick off the tour with such a generous review. Read the full review and Nai’s reflections here: The Bookworm.

Stay tuned for more reviews from the Faraway Tables Poetic Book Tour!